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AD06 FTV

2006 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,922 mi
Last recorded147,922 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2006 BMW 5 Series108,709 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD06 FTV
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 147,922 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 137,147 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 128,085 miles

both front discs worn

Fail 21 Jun 2013 128,085 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front discs worn

Pass 2 Jun 2012 113,985 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

gear box oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2011 102,221 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 83,379 miles

advise front discs lipped

advise front screen chipped zone a

Fail 3 Jul 2010 83 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise front discs lipped

advise front screen chipped zone a

Pass 23 Jun 2009 72,176 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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AD06 FTV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 108,709 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD06 FTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD06 FTV registered?

AD06 FTV is a 2006 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is AD06 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD06 FTV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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